Founded in 1892, the American Rose Society is an educational, nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to the cultivation and enjoyment of roses.

This national organization, with over 20,000 members, is devoted to the enhancement and promotion of our National Floral Emblem. 

The ARS is headquartered near Shreveport, Louisiana on the grounds of the American Rose Center.  The rose gardens boast 20,000 rose bushes comprising nearly 400 varieties of modern and old roses.